Pelvic floor exercises
Pelvic floor exercises help to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor which come under great strain in pregnancy and childbirth.
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Bladder prolapse
A prolapsed bladder (cystocoele) develops when the bladder bulges into your vaginal wall. This may cause problems, but can be treated.
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Faecal incontinence
Faecal incontinence is when you have trouble controlling your bowel. Find out about the symptoms, causes, self-care and other treatments.
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Why am I spotting between periods? Plus 9 other female health questions answered
healthdirect’s Chief Medical Officer answers how to handle the symptoms of endometriosis and bleeding between your periods, plus other questions.
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Urinary incontinence
Find out about urinary incontinence (trouble controlling your bladder), including the causes, types, self-care, treatments and where to get support.
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Prolapsed uterus
Read about prolapsed uterus — when your uterus (womb) slowly drops down toward the opening of your vagina — including causes, symptoms and treatment.
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Rectocele
A rectocele happens when your rectum bulges into your back vaginal wall. Find out about the symptoms, getting care and possible treatments here.
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Vaginismus
Vaginismus occurs when the muscles around your vagina tighten involuntarily. Learn more about causes, symptoms and treatments for vaginismus.
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Incontinence – an overview
Find out about incontinence, the different types and what can cause it. Talk to your doctor if you have trouble controlling your bladder or bowel.
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Frequent urination
Do you often need to visit the bathroom to wee, including at night? Learn more about the causes of frequent urination and how it can be treated.
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